Luggage - Bláfjallakvísl, the midway point
NOTE: THESE BAGS WILL BE TRANSPORTED DIRECTLY TO REYKJAVÍK AFTER THE RACE AND WILL NOT GO TO ÞÓRSMÖRK.
(To be handed in at bib pick-up on Thursday or Friday)
Participants may leave a bag at the race package pickup. These bags will be transported to the south bank of Bláfjallakvísl. The bag may contain items such as shoes, clothing, and nutrition. No glass or soda cans are allowed. Those planning to change clothes or shoes mid-race are encouraged to use this option. No responsibility is accepted for luggage, so no valuables should be inside. Do not pack a phone, passport, money, or car keys.
To make this transport possible for all participants, everyone must respect the weight and size limits. A bag is provided with the race materials and is intended for use as the Bláfjallakvísl bag. We strongly encourage participants to use this bag or one of a similar size. Oversized bags will NOT be accepted. The maximum weight per bag is 3 kg and approximate size 20 x 35 cm. Bags will be weighed when received at registration. Please note that the bag will be stored outdoors and may get wet due to weather conditions and/or during transport. We therefore recommend placing the contents in a plastic bag before putting them inside the main bag.
After the race, the bags will be transported to Reykjavík. Participants are kindly asked to collect their bags from the Laugardalur Ice Skating Rink during the following times:
- On Saturday evening when the buses arrive from Húsadal
- Sunday from 12:00–14:00 (July 12th)
- Monday from 9:00-16:00 (July 13th)
Unclaimed luggage will be stored at the ÍBR office during the week, after which it will be discarded.
When collecting their race materials, participants will receive a baggage tag, which must be attached to the bag intended for transport to Bláfjallakvísl.
Luggage for Húsadal (Þórsmörk)
In Landmannalaugar, participants may place their luggage on the buses that will transport it to Húsadalur. Each participant is responsible for loading their own luggage onto the buses. Staff will be available to assist.
It is important to bring warm and dry clothes, indoor shoes or sandals, and a large towel. Please note that you must walk from the changing tent to the shower facilities, which are outdoors. Luggage from Landmannalaugar will be stored in tents at the finish area in Húsadal. Runners are asked to keep luggage to a minimum and label it clearly. No responsibility is taken for valuables.
Any bags that runners wish to access in Þórsmörk must be clearly marked with the luggage tag provided when race materials are collected.
Recommended Equipment for the Race
The average temperature in July on the Laugavegur trail is around 7–8°C (45–46°F). Weather conditions can vary significantly. Based on past experience in the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon, it is essential to be properly equipped and to follow the race director’s clothing instructions. On a 55 km route in cold and wet conditions, hypothermia can become life-threatening.
Clothing depends on weather conditions on race day. All participants must be prepared at the start to wear or carry extra clothing if required by the race director. This includes a long-sleeved top, wind jacket, long pants, gloves, a hat covering the ears, and neck protection.
Running shoes should have good grip and be well broken-in to avoid blisters. Waterproof shoes are considered good, but note that some models may keep water inside the shoe rather than out. Low gaiters are recommended to prevent snow and gravel from getting into the shoes.
Bags are sorted into five different color groups, same as your start group, and then by participants race numbers as seen in the picture here above. The bags need to be waterproof because of possible rain during transport and when at the location.
Some people choose to change their shoes or other clothes by Blafjallahvisl. Please note that its just a field with no shelter or any service what so ever.
